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Where we are, when we are open, how to book, and the care Dr. Moe offers: short answers to the questions people ask most about the practice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a gentle chiropractor in Ramsey, NJ who adjusts without cracking?

Yes. Dr. Moe Abtahi, D.C., C.F.M.P., at Family Chiropractic & Spinal Health Care Center, 27 South Franklin Turnpike, Suite 302, in Ramsey, New Jersey, specializes in gentle techniques, and many of his adjustments involve no cracking at all. That gentle approach is why so many of his patients are children, older adults, pregnant women and people who simply do not want a forceful adjustment. Call (201) 995-9900.

Where is Family Chiropractic & Spinal Health Care Center?

The office is at 27 South Franklin Turnpike, Suite 302, Ramsey, NJ 07446. Call (201) 995-9900 or email [email protected]. Directions and the office hours are on the Contact page.

What are the office hours at Family Chiropractic in Ramsey?

Monday and Wednesday 7 am to 7 pm, Friday 7 am to 6 pm and Saturday 7 am to noon. Tuesdays and Thursdays are by appointment only, and the office is closed on Sundays. Call (201) 995-9900 and the office will work around your schedule.

How do I book an appointment with Dr. Moe Abtahi?

Call the office at (201) 995-9900, or send a request from the Contact page and the office will call you back to set up a time. Please keep medical details for the phone call. You can also email [email protected].

Who is Dr. Moe Abtahi?

Dr. Moe (Mohammed) Abtahi, D.C., C.F.M.P., is the chiropractor at Family Chiropractic & Spinal Health Care Center in Ramsey, New Jersey, which opened its doors in 2007. He earned his Doctor of Chiropractic at the University of Bridgeport in Connecticut and is a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner. He was named one of America’s Top Chiropractors by the Consumer Research Council of America in 2009, 2011, 2014 and 2016, one of America’s Top Doctors of Chiropractic in 2020 and 2021, and a New Jersey Top Doctor in 2021. He is a member of the Association of New Jersey Chiropractors.

Is there a prenatal chiropractor in Ramsey, NJ?

Yes. Dr. Moe Abtahi at Family Chiropractic in Ramsey specializes in care through pregnancy and after childbirth, with techniques tailored to a pregnant woman’s body. Pregnancy care can help with low back pain, sciatica of pregnancy, hip pain, headaches and neck pain. He recommends starting in the first trimester, with visits about once a month, every two to three weeks in the second and third trimesters, and weekly in the last month. Tell your obstetrician or midwife you are seeing a chiropractor.

Does Family Chiropractic in Ramsey see babies and children?

Yes. The practice cares for infants, toddlers and older children, with gentle techniques made for small, growing bodies, for concerns such as neck pain, scoliosis, sports injuries and spinal health. For the littlest ones it also offers infant and toddler massage, which can ease discomfort from teething, congestion, gas and colic.

Can a chiropractor help with diastasis recti after pregnancy?

Diastasis recti, a separation of the abdominal muscles, is common after pregnancy and usually does not need surgery: core rehabilitation that strengthens the deep core muscles, especially the transverse abdominis, can help close the gap and support your back. Family Chiropractic in Ramsey, NJ, includes diastasis recti in its care after childbirth. Avoid sit-ups and crunches until you have the right routine, and call (201) 995-9900 to talk with Dr. Moe Abtahi.

Does Family Chiropractic help older adults?

Yes. Dr. Moe Abtahi uses gentle techniques suited to older adults, for concerns such as osteoporosis, arthritis, morning stiffness, balance problems and joint degeneration, to help keep you mobile, ease pain and improve your quality of life. Grandparents are very welcome at this family practice in Ramsey, NJ.

Where can I get red light therapy in Ramsey, NJ?

Family Chiropractic & Spinal Health Care Center, 27 South Franklin Turnpike, Suite 302, Ramsey, offers Dahlia Red Light Therapy as a complement to chiropractic care. Patients use it to help ease muscle and joint discomfort and to support recovery after injuries and physical stress. Results build over time with consistent sessions. Call (201) 995-9900 to ask Dr. Moe Abtahi whether it suits you.

Is there an infrared sauna at Family Chiropractic in Ramsey?

Yes. The office has a medical-grade infrared sauna with regulated temperature settings. Infrared warmth reaches deep into the muscles, and patients use it to ease muscle tension and stiffness and to relax. You can add a session to your visit: call (201) 995-9900. If you are pregnant, have a heart condition or take medication that affects how you handle heat, ask Dr. Moe before your first session.

Can Dr. Moe Abtahi help with sciatica or a pinched nerve?

Yes. Dr. Abtahi treats sciatica, pinched nerves and herniated discs without surgery, looking for the cause rather than masking the pain. Depending on the cause, care can include gentle spinal manipulation, spinal decompression to take pressure off the discs, soft tissue massage, corrective exercises and advice on posture and lifting. Call (201) 995-9900 to schedule.

What happens at my first visit to Family Chiropractic?

Your first visit is about getting to know each other. There is a short intake form (download it from the Patient forms page, fill it in at home and bring it with you), an examination and a computerized spinal screening. Then you and Dr. Moe Abtahi go over the results and agree on a plan: the type of treatment, when you can expect to feel results, and lifestyle changes that may help.

Does Family Chiropractic in Ramsey take insurance?

The office accepts cash, checks and major credit cards, and is happy to submit insurance forms for you. Because plans differ, please call (201) 995-9900 before your first visit to check how your plan works with the practice; payment plans can be discussed. The office is not currently accepting auto accident or personal injury cases.

Is chiropractic safe? What is an adjustment? General questions are on Questions and answers, and the words are explained in the glossary.

Lie back. Look up. Breathe out.

Ready when you are.

Call the office or send a note. We will find a time that works for you, and Dr. Moe will take it from there.